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The Caedmon School

Elementary School

416 E 80TH ST, New York, NY 10075

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

101

Student-Teacher

4.1:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

101

Student-Teacher

4.1:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#3 of 992

In New York

#2 of 118

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About The Caedmon School

The Caedmon School is a private elementary school in New York, NY. The Caedmon School serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Caedmon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 992 private schools in NY.

What's said publicly about The Caedmon School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

The Caedmon School is an independent, coeducational institution located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City 1 . It operates as a Montessori preschool and a progressive Montessori elementary school 1 . The school holds historical significance as the first Montessori school established in New York City and the second in the United States 1 .

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How it compares3.1 pts above NY schools

9.0

This school 9.0 · Excellent
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 101 students, The Caedmon School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4.1:1 students to teachers, The Caedmon School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Caedmon School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Caedmon School compares to 182 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

4.1:1

This School

12.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

101

This School

446

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

9.0

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 52.5% vs 0%

Asian 10.9% vs 0%

Black 9.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.9% vs 0%

The Caedmon School New York Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Caedmon School (this school)	—	101	4.1:1	9.0
PS 158 BAYARD TAYLOR	0.2 mi	620	16.8:1	7.2
PS 290 MANHATTAN NEW SCHOOL	0.2 mi	432	15.4:1	7.8
YORKVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL	0.4 mi	344	12.3:1	8.5
PS 6 LILLIE D BLAKE	0.6 mi	598	17.6:1	7.8
PS 527 EAST SIDE SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL ACTION	0.6 mi	389	13.4:1	7.9
PS 169 ROBERT F KENNEDY	0.6 mi	354	4.5:1	3.8
ELLA BAKER SCHOOL	0.7 mi	327	10.9:1	7.8
PS 183 ROBERT L STEVENSON	0.7 mi	534	16.2:1	8.6
PS 198 ISADOR E IDA STRAUS	0.9 mi	515	14.3:1	8.2
PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL	0.9 mi	368	19.4:1	8.2
EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267	0.9 mi	362	15.1:1	8.6
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3	1.0 mi	656	—:1	8.2
CENTRAL PARK EAST II	1.1 mi	422	7.2:1	5.5
PS 38 ROBERTO CLEMENTE	1.2 mi	223	13.9:1	2.7
PS 59 BEEKMAN HILL INTERNATIONAL	1.2 mi	515	16.6:1	7.2
DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM	1.2 mi	992	24.8:1	5.1
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL	1.3 mi	897	14.7:1	4.7
LEXINGTON ACADEMY (THE)	1.3 mi	482	11:1	3.2
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM	1.3 mi	312	14.2:1	4.3
PS 146 ANN M SHORT	1.3 mi	326	9.3:1	5.9

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,312.5

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 67%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 101

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 52.5%

Two or More 16.8%

Asian 10.9%

Black 9.9%

Hispanic 7.9%

Pacific Islander 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

416 E 80TH ST, New York, NY 10075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Caedmon School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. YORKVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is THE TOWN SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE ALLEN-STEVENSON SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
YORKVILLE EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	231	8.8
PS 158 BAYARD TAYLOR New York	0.2 mi	620	7.2
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	540	8.7
PS 290 MANHATTAN NEW SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	432	7.8
LYCEE FRANCAIS DE NEW YORK New York	0.3 mi	1,091	5.6
THE TOWN SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	287	8.3
THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	22	—
THE BREARLEY SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	768	6.4
THE BREARLEY SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	768	6.3
THE BIRCH WATHEN LENOX SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	404	6.4
YORKVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	344	8.5
JHS 167 ROBERT F WAGNER New York	0.4 mi	1,007	8.5
ST JEAN BAPTISTE HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	321	5.9
THE ALLEN-STEVENSON SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	389	8.2
EAST SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	427	8.8
PS 527 EAST SIDE SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL ACTION New York	0.6 mi	389	7.9
PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND Roosevelt Island	0.6 mi	681	8.1
PS 169 ROBERT F KENNEDY New York	0.6 mi	354	3.8
THE CHILD SCHOOL - LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL Roosevelt Island	0.7 mi	289	7.2
REGIS HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	535	6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,556

Median Home Value

$1,097,800

Median Rent

$2,390/mo

Population

23,865

College Educated

84.8%

Homeownership

45.7%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

43.6

Similar Schools

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REECE SCHOOL New York, NY	110	9.0
BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN New York, NY	134	9.1
TIEGERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove, NY	126	8.8
FREEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden, NY	84	9.4
WILLIAMS BURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY	106	8.6
CIRCLE ACADEMY Whitestone, NY	80	8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Caedmon School

What grades does The Caedmon School serve?

The Caedmon School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend The Caedmon School?

The Caedmon School has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Caedmon School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Caedmon School is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Caedmon School rank in NY?

The Caedmon School ranks #3 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Caedmon School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Caedmon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Caedmon School a private school?

Yes, The Caedmon School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Caedmon School a religious school?

No, The Caedmon School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Bike Score: 85 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 101
Gender Split: 68% M / 32% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 25
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Phone: (212) 879-2296

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